Insight Analyst in London

OverviewDo you want to tackle the biggest questions in finance with near infinite compute power at your fingertips?

G-Research is a leading quantitative research and technology firm, with offices in London and Dallas. We are proud to employ some of the best people in their field and to nurture their talent in a dynamic, flexible and highly stimulating culture where world-beating ideas are cultivated and rewarded.

This is a hybrid role based in our new Soho Place office – opened in 2023 – in the heart of Central London and home to our Research Lab.

The RoleThis position is based within the Data Analytics team, part of the wider Insights and Delivery function, which is collectively responsible for providing timely insights on business health and for the development and delivery of G-Research\\\’s strategy.

Data is at the heart of our business and we see the ability to embed data-driven insight into the fabric of daily management as a core driver of competitive advantage for the firm.

As an Insight Analyst, you will be at the forefront of facilitating data-driven decision making across the business, working closely with senior leadership to structure, analyse and drive outcomes for complex and strategic problems.

Key Responsibilities of the role

Leading and delivering projects to improve business performance and decision making, using a variety of analytical and modelling techniques

Supporting the smooth running and augmentation of business operations through the provision of insight on metrics that matter

Working with senior leadership to identify key hypotheses and assumptions, quantifying and challenging throughout

Visualising and communicating insights in a way which resonates with both technical and non-technical audiences

Providing technical oversight and advice on modelling and simulation projects, mentoring other members of the team

Who are we looking for?The ideal candidate will have the following skills and experience:

Practical experience in a business analytics setting, preferably in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Demonstrable experience of owning and delivering end-to-end analytics projects; experience of modelling and simulation, such as discrete events, systems dynamics and optimisation, is highly preferential

Strong academic credentials, including a minimum 2.1 degree or equivalent

Strong communication and facilitation skills, with the ability to engage C-Suite stakeholders

Ability to dissect ambiguous problems, identifying key drivers and determining the appropriate analytical techniques to apply

High proficiency at creating end-to-end reporting solutions, including data extraction, cleaning, analysis and report building

A good understanding of statistics and the ability to apply statistical methods to their modelling and analysis

A willingness to evangelise best practice and mentor colleagues

An innovative mind-set with a desire to continuously improve every aspect of how we work

Experience with SQL, Python, Tableau or similar is highly beneficial.

Why should you apply?

Highly competitive compensation plus annual discretionary bonus

Lunch provided (via Just Eat for Business) and dedicated barista bar

30 days\’ annual leave

9% company pension contributions

Informal dress code and excellent work/life balance

Comprehensive healthcare and life assurance

Cycle-to-work scheme

Monthly company events

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